How to identify owls

Owls are some of our most captivating birds. Their love of hunting at dawn, dusk and even in the dark gives them a sense of mystery. With a good view, it’s easy to tell an owl from any other bird of prey thanks to their large head with big, forward-facing eyes. But how do...

East Cleveland's barn owls are on the up!

Barn Owls of East Cleveland

Barn owls are declining in number because of habitat loss, agricultural intensification and climate change. Kate Bartram, our East Cleveland Heritage Officer, has been spearheading a project to help reverse that decline. The East Cleveland Nest Box Project has been delivered with the help of landowners and volunteers. Local owl experts Colin and Chris...